Week of July 1 to July 7, 2012

Schedule of Events this Week (Summer Schedule)

SUNDAY:

10:00 AM Dokusan (as arranged)

10:30 AM Meditation & Dharma Service.  Followed by social time.

  

MONDAY: 6 PM Introduction to Zen Meditation. 
Please use the Appointron (to the left) to sign up.

TUESDAY:  5:20 PM Meditation (20 minutes), Gatha & Short Dharma Reading.

THURSDAY:  Meditation in Motion

7:30 to 8:15 PM T'ai Chi Yi'àn. Beginners and advanced students. Sign-up details.

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Sangha Announcements & News

Independence Day

Anyone, who would like to car pool with us to Seward, America's 4th of July City, for fun and holiday events, please let Fajian know. We are leaving around 9 AM from Lincoln. Fliers of all activities are available this Sunday.

Newsletter

The summer edition is out. Help yourself to a copy at the Zendo entrance. 

Asalha Puja Day (Dharma Day) In July, we celebrate Asalha Puja Day (Dharma Day). Asalha Puja means to pay homage to the Buddha in commemoration of the Buddha's first teaching: the turning of the wheel of the Dharma. Asalha Puja falls on the full moon of the eighth lunar month (July), i.e. in the year 2012 on July 3. It was on this day that the Lord Buddha preached his sermon to followers after attaining enlightenment. The day is usually celebrated by merit making (performing good deeds), listening to a Dharma talk, and joining a candle-lit procession during the night or at the Dharma Service on the following Sunday.

Learn About the Buddhist Precepts
While taking the Precepts may not be important to some, for others they are a commitment to a mindful life. Though you may not understand all details about what it means to take the Precepts, a class can offer some insights and lead to better discernment. The structure of guidance under the direction of a master and of being part of a Sangha have always been the foundation for a focused, balanced and stable spiritual path.
Please join us at the next Precept class: Friday, August 10, at 6 PM. The event will be followed by a get-together with refreshments for those who would like to stay. Please register at sangha@lotustemple.us

Announcements by Sangha Members

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Lotus Blossom Healing Arts

Now offering Reiki treatments. For details, please visit www.HealingArtsCenter.us or write to info@healingartscenter.us. It is currently free for Sangha members.

Week of June 24 to June 30, 2012

Schedule of Events this Week (Summer Schedule)

SUNDAY:

10:00 AM Dokusan (as arranged)

10:30 AM Meditation & Dharma Service.  Followed by social time.

12:00 NOON Temple Council Meeting.

  

MONDAY: 6 PM Introduction to Zen Meditation. 
Please register at sangha@lotustemple.us or by calling the temple phone number.

TUESDAY:  5:20 PM Meditation (20 minutes), Gatha & Short Dharma Reading.

THURSDAY:  Meditation in Motion

7:30 to 8:15 PM T'ai Chi Yi'àn. Beginners and advanced students. Sign-up details.

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Sangha Announcements & News

Temple Council Meeting

The Temple Council (Board) will meet this Sunday (June 24). If there are items you wish to have discussed or placed on the Agenda; or if you like to serve on the Board, please contact a Board member. They are listed on the temple web site at www.lotustemple.us/templecouncilandstaff.html. If you do not have contact details, just send an email to sangha@lotustemple.us and we will forward your request. At its annual summer meeting, the Board will also vote on new members, confirm current members and elect officers.

Announcements by Sangha Members

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Lotus Blossom Healing Arts

Now offering Reiki treatments. For details, please visit www.HealingArtsCenter.us or write to info@healingartscenter.us. It is currently free for Sangha members.

Week of June 17 to June 23, 2012

Schedule of Events this Week

SUNDAY:

10:00 AM Dokusan (as arranged)

10:30 AM Meditation & Dharma Service. -- Followed by social time.

  

MONDAY: 6 PM Introduction to Zen Meditation. 
Please register at sangha@lotustemple.us or by calling the temple phone number.

TUESDAY:  5:20 PM Meditation (20 minutes), Chanting, Short Dharma Reading.

THURSDAY:  Meditation in Motion

7:30 to 8:15 PM T'ai Chi Yi'àn. Beginners and advanced students. Sign-up details.

FRIDAY: 
5:30 PM Meditation Refresher Class. Followed by cookout.

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Sangha Announcements & News

Summer Refresher ~ Please mark your Calendar
No pun intended, but it is time for a meditation refresher, i.e. reviewing your practice, posture and etiquette. We plan on offering this training on Friday, June 22, from 5:30 PM to approximately 6:30 PM. All sangha members should attend. Newcomers are welcome also. Bring a friend. This is a free event, followed by a cookout. 

Scientific Research about the Benefits of Meditation

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/09/080902221741.htm

Announcements by Sangha Members

If you would like to post something here, please contact the editor@lotustemple.us

Lotus Blossom Healing Arts

Now offering Reiki treatments. For details, please visit www.HealingArtsCenter.us or write to info@healingartscenter.us. It is currently free for all Sangha members.